Emmerdale has been praised by leading gay rights group Stonewall for the way it’s handled the issue of homophobia in the prison system.

A spokesperson told Digital Spy: “Gay men experience homophobia in many different parts of their lives, whether at work, in school or in their local communities, and it’s great to see Emmerdaletackling the abuse that lesbian, gay, bi and trans people continue to face.

“It’s vital that all prison staff are trained in how to prevent and tackle anti-LGBT behaviour, and that all public institutions take pride in promoting diversity and inclusion.”